Publications by authors named "Guihua Liu"

The voltage-dependent dynamic evolution of the electrocatalytic carbon dioxide reduction reaction (CORR) on Cu-based catalysts is still unclear. Herein, a Kinetic Monte Carlo (KMC) model that tracks the evolution of the CORR on the Cu (111)/(100) surface is developed. Using the Density Functional Theory calculated energetics of 178 elementary reactions in CORR toward C-C multispecies production, the KMC model predicted CORR linear sweep voltammetry and potential-dependent product distribution that agree well with experimental observations.

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NiFe-based materials are widely utilized as anode electrocatalysts for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) in anion exchange membrane water electrolyzers (AEMWE). However, their performance under actual fluctuating power supply remains poorly understood. In this study, the OER performance and degradation mechanisms of various NiFe-based OER catalysts are investigated in AEMWE under both constant and fluctuating voltage conditions.

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Background: Breastfeeding technique (BFT) is determined by the mother's and infant's positioning, the infant's attachment to the breast, and the infant's suckling behavior. Understanding breastfeeding mothers' skills is crucial for clinical practice and for designing interventions to improve breastfeeding practices. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and determinants of effective BFT among early post-partum mothers.

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Objectives: Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is classified as a high-risk surgery for venous thromboembolism (VTE) events, especially in elderly individuals and in cases of anemia. This study aims to uncover independent risk factors for predicting preoperative DVT in elderly anemic patients undergoing THA. Furthermore, it seeks to validate these factors' predictive efficacy in diagnosing DVT, with the goal of facilitating prompt identification and treatment to mitigate associated risks.

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Antibiotic resistance has become a significant global public health challenge, particularly in general surgery, where infections caused by resistant bacteria complicate treatment. This study aims to evaluate the potential of the FDA-disapproved antihistamine astemizole as an antibacterial agent, with a focus on its efficacy against methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA).

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Both antibiotics and heavy metals exert significant selection pressures on antibiotic-resistance genes (ARGs). This study aimed to investigate the co-selection effects of doxycycline (DC) and cadmium (Cd) on ARGs in constructed wetlands (CWs). The results demonstrated that under antibiotic and heavy metal co-selection pressures, single high concentration DC/Cd or double high, relative abundances of metagenomics assembled genomes all reached 55.

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Introduction: Enterococci are considered opportunistic pathogens. However, they can serve as a reservoir of antibacterial resistance (ABR) traits and transfer these to humans through the food chain.

Methods: Antibiotic susceptibility testing and multilocus sequence typing were used to characterize the ABR and population structure of 488 enterococcal isolates recovered along the food chain from four provincial-level administrative divisions (PLADs) in China.

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The aim of this investigation was to determine the optimal storage medium for testicular hypothermic transportation and identify the ideal concentration for the application of the protective agent 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA). Furthermore, this study aimed to explore the underlying mechanism of the protective effects of 5-ALA. First, we collected and stored mouse testicular fragments in different media, including Hank's balanced salt solution (HBSS; n = 5), Dulbecco's Modified Eagle Medium/Nutrient Mixture F-12 (DMEM/F12; n = 5), and alpha-minimum essential medium (αMEM; n = 5).

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Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a major threat to male fertility and quality of life, and mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) are a promising therapeutic option. However, therapeutic outcomes are compromised by low MSC retention and survival rates in corpus cavernosum tissue. Here, we developed an innovative magnetic soft microrobot comprising an ultrasoft hydrogel microsphere embedded with a magnetic nanoparticle chain for MSC delivery.

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Background: Compliance with screen time guidelines among children worldwide remains low, and there is insufficient evidence on the current prevalence in China. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of compliance with screen time guidelines among children under 3 years old in Fujian Province, East China, identify risk factors and their independent effects, and develop a risk discrimination model for targeted interventions.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among low-income families recruited from welfare programs at 96 sites in both urban and rural areas of Fujian Province, China.

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Unlabelled: Enterovirus-A71 (EV-A71) is the second most common causative agent after coxsackievirus A16 of hand, foot, and mouth disease. The capsids of EV-A71 consist of 60 copies of each of the four viral structural proteins (VP1-VP4). VP1 is highly exposed and surface accessible, playing a central role in virus particle assembly, attachment, and entry.

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TGF-β signaling pathway has been demonstrated to be closely related to chemoresistance, which is the major cause of recurrence and poor outcome in colorectal cancer (CRC), however, the comprehensive epigenetic landscape that functionally implicates in the regulation of TGF-β pathway-associated chemoresistance has not yet well established in CRC. In our study, chromatin immunoprecipitation sequencing (ChIP-seq) and Western blot were employed to investigate epigenetic modifications for histones in response to TGF-β1 intervene. We found that the activation of the TGF-β pathway was characterized by genome-wide high levels of H3K9ac and H3K18ac.

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  • The study aimed to assess how effective and safe the RLRL treatment is in slowing the progression of high myopia in children aged 7 to 12 years with significant nearsightedness (≥ -6.00 D).
  • Conducted as a multicenter, randomized, and single-blind clinical trial, 202 children were divided into two groups: one receiving RLRL treatment plus standard spectacles, and the other receiving only standard spectacles over a 12-month period.
  • Results showed that the group receiving RLRL experienced a reduction in both axial length and spherical equivalent refraction, indicating less progression of myopia compared to the control group, along with some positive changes in choroidal and retinal thickness.
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Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) negatively impacts mental health, particularly in mothers of autistic children who experience heightened stress. Applied behaviour analysis (ABA) and music therapy are recognised interventions for improving ASD symptoms. However, the specific benefits of parent-child music therapy and ABA for autistic children and their mothers remain uncertain.

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  • The traditional method for 3D reconstruction using multi-line lasers relies on matching points based on binocular epipolar constraints and equations from optical planes, but it faces challenges due to distortion caused by large-angle projections of Diffractive Optical Elements (DOE).
  • Distorted laser light and noise in multi-line laser systems hinder accurate extraction of laser center coordinates, making it difficult to achieve high-precision 3D data.
  • To overcome these challenges, the paper proposes a new approach that uses spatial quadric surfaces and geometric estimation to enhance matching point selection and improve the accuracy of multi-line laser 3D reconstructions.
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  • The research focuses on the impact of father support breastfeeding self-efficacy on exclusive breastfeeding rates in China, highlighting its importance as a mediator for new mothers' breastfeeding practices.
  • A multi-centre study involving 328 fathers revealed that higher levels of support breastfeeding self-efficacy significantly correlated with increased rates of exclusive breastfeeding at six weeks postpartum.
  • Factors influencing father's self-efficacy included breastfeeding knowledge, fatigue levels, positive emotions, previous experiences assisting with breastfeeding, and the quality of spousal relationships.
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In a multicenter case-control investigation, we assessed the efficacy of the Electrooculogram Signal Analysis (EOG-SA) method, which integrates attention-related visual evocation, electrooculography, and nonlinear analysis, for distinguishing between intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and typical development (TD) in children. Analyzing 127 participants (63 IDD, 64 TD), we applied nonlinear dynamics for feature extraction. Results indicated EOG-SA's capability to distinguish IDD, with higher template thresholds and Correlation Dimension values correlating with clinical severity.

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Hemophilic articular cartilage damage presents a significant challenge for surgeons, characterized by recurrent intraarticular bleeding, a severe inflammatory microenvironment, and limited self-repair capability of cartilage tissue. Currently, there is a lack of tissue engineering-based integrated therapies that address both early hemostasis, anti-inflammation, and long-lasting chondrogenesis for hemophilic articular cartilage defects. Herein, we developed an adhesive hydrogel using oxidized chondroitin sulfate and gelatin, loaded with exosomes derived from bone marrow stem cells (BMSCs) (Hydrogel-Exos).

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Neonicotinoid insecticides (NEOs) are a widely used type of insecticide found globally, leading to broad human exposure. However, there is limited research on how internal exposure levels of NEOs and their metabolites impact in vitro fertilization/intracytoplasmic sperm injection (IVF/ICSI) outcomes. A study was conducted at the Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University between 2017 and 2020 involving 436 women undergoing IVF/ICSI treatment.

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  • * This dissertation explores a specific endophytic fungus, Fusarium lateritium (Fl617), and compares it to pathogenic strains Fusarium oxysporum Fo4287 and Fo47 through genomic analysis to better understand endophytic lifestyles.
  • * Findings indicate that Fl617 has a smaller genome and fewer pathogenic characteristics, suggesting that its ability to thrive within plants may rely on refined mechanisms of colonization rather than pathogenicity, allowing for a stable symbiotic relationship over time.
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Objectives: The objectives of this study are to describe couples' experiences and perceived barriers to participation in the CenteringPregnancy model in southeast of China and to understand whether smartphones could play a potential role in this model.

Design: This study employed a descriptive phenomenological qualitative study using semistructured dyadic interviews with women and their partners. The interviews were audiotaped, transcribed verbatim and subjected to thematic analysis.

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The acceleration of active sites formation through surface reconstruction is widely acknowledged as the crucial factor in developing high-performance oxygen evolution reaction (OER) catalysts for water splitting. Herein, a simple one-step corrosion method and magnesium (Mg)-promoted strategy are reported to develop the NiFe-based catalyst with enhanced OER performance. The Mg is introduced in NiFe materials to preparate a "pre-catalyst" Mg-Ni/FeO.

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Male ageing is always accompanied by decreased fertility. The forkhead O (FOXO) transcription factor FOXO4 is reported to be highly expressed in senescent cells. Upon activation, it binds p53 in the nucleus, preventing senescent cell apoptosis and maintaining senescent cells in situ.

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Objectives: Advances in critical care technology have lowered mortality rates among critically ill individuals. Nonetheless, survivors and their families may develop new physical, mental, cognitive, and social challenges due to paediatric intensive care unit (PICU) treatments, impacting their quality of life. The aim of this study was to investigate the survival journey and post-traumatic growth process of children and their families following PICU admission within the Chinese cultural context.

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Background: The benefits of partner support have been well documented for maternal and child health and wellbeing. Chinese women who practice traditional postpartum rituals may lack support during the confinement and often rely heavily on their partners. Currently, there is no validated measure to assess postpartum partner support in China.

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